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State of Rhode Island, Department of Housing ,

Resources

This Resource page has been created to provide a comprehensive list of resources available to Rhode Island residents, particularly in relation to emergency winter shelters resources, homelessness support, and housing assistance.

Resources for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness

Experiencing Homelessness?

Winter Shelter Extended Resources 

The following emergency winter hubs, activated through the Department of Housing’s Municipal Homelessness Support Initiative, will provide additional overnight capacity to help keep Rhode Islanders safe. No referral through the Coordinated Entry System is needed to enter the hubs.

  • Westerly: WARM Center, 56 Spruce Street – Open 24 hours during the winter months.

  • Woonsocket: 356 Clinton Street -- Open for the winter months starting Monday, January 20 at 5:00 pm.

Please note that these hubs are temporary locations that differ from typical shelter sites, designed to open only during declared weather emergencies to provide immediate relief and comfort for those who might otherwise be vulnerable to the harsh weather. 

Additionally, the following overnight drop-in shelters are available 24/7. Drop-in shelters are extensions of typical shelter operations but do not require a referral from the Coordinated Entry System.

  • Pawtucket: OpenDoors: 1139 Main Street  
  • Providence: Crossroads Rhode Island: 160 Broad Street 
  • Providence: Emmanuel House: 239 Public Street 
  • South Kingstown (Peace Dale): Welcome House of South County: 8 North Road

Partner Agencies' Homelessness Resources

Housing Resources 

Rental Assistance

Eviction/Foreclosure

Additional Housing Related Resources